PETALING JAYA: Shocking as it may be, many people continue to fall for sweet talk and empty promises made over the phone or email, and…
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Tech expert warns the public of cryptocurrency scams
CINCINNATI (WXIX) -FOX19 NOW’s tech expert warns cryptocurrency users not to fall for some of the latest scams. Dave Hatter says that these hackers are…
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Better Business Bureau warns high school parents of SAT prep scams
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) – The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is bringing attention to a phone scam targeting the parents of high schoolers preparing for the…
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BitConnect founder charged with orchestrating $2 billion Ponzi scheme
New York CNN — A federal grand jury in San Diego indicted the founder of BitConnect for allegedly orchestrating a $2.4 billion global Ponzi…
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Middleton woman warns of fake check scam after selling items online
MIDDLETON, Wis. (WMTV) – A woman from Middleton is warning others of a scam she nearly fell for while selling items online. The seller, who…
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Holiday scams and travel frauds to avoid as industry reopens
The consumer watchdog says bogus companies are being set up offering fake refunds and imaginary flights. One scam, in particular, sees scammers using people who…
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OUC says scammers are trying to get payments over the phone – WFTV
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Utilities Commission is warning customers of an ongoing scam. OUC said scammers who pretend to work for the utility company…
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Snopes Tips: How To Detect and Avoid Online Scams
Curious about how Snopes’ writers verify information and craft their stories for public consumption? We’ve collected some posts that help explain how we do what…
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Local Officials Warning Residents Deceiving About Tax Scam
Don’t fall victim to a scam during an already hectic time. Something we can all agree on is that paying taxes is never fun. We all…
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FBI and IRS warning people of two new email scams
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) – The FBI has a new warning for businesses, that scammers are impersonating top-level executives using video conferencing apps to trick…
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